Our Reader’s Queries
What are they changing Auto Club Speedway to?
NASCAR president Steve Phelps has confirmed that the demolition of the 2-mile oval in Fontana, California has commenced. The plan to replace Auto Club Speedway with a short track remains unchanged.
Why is NASCAR not going to race at Fontana anymore?
Regrettably, despite our best efforts, we will not be able to hold a race on the new track in 2024, according to Auto Club Speedway president Dave Allen. The track is set to undergo a major renovation, including a reduction in length from its current two miles. However, the exact length and configuration of the new track have yet to be finalized.
Who is buying Auto Club Speedway?
Hillwood Development, owned by Ross Perot Jr., has acquired Fontana’s Auto Club Speedway, which has been in operation for almost three decades. The property will be transformed into a state-of-the-art logistics hub, with a multi-million dollar investment.
Does NASCAR still race Auto Club Speedway?
Following Sunday’s 400-mile NASCAR Cup Series race in Fontana, the beloved 2-mile, high-speed Auto Club Speedway (ACS) that NASCAR has raced on since 1997 will be no more.